Monitoring of Radon Concentrations in Educational Premises of Vocational and Professional Pre-Higher Education Institutions in Kremenchuk

Purpose. Measuring radon concentration levels in the air of educational institutions of professional and specialized pre-higher education in Kremenchuk, identifying identified risks to the health of participants in the educational process and determining areas for improving the radiation safety system in educational institutions. Design/methodology/approach. The study is based on a field experiment using digital tools, which allowed obtaining databases of radon concentrations for different types of buildings (by structural materials) and premises (production workshops, classrooms, and shelters).Measurements were carried out using a Saphymo Alpha E digital radometer, the obtained data were analyzed and systematized using mathematical packages. Conclusions. The study highlights the need for a systematic approach to reducing radon exposure in educational institutions, which will ensure increased technogenic and hygienic safety of educational premises and reduce health risks for participants in the educational process. Limitations/consequences of research. The results of the study have limited universality due to the specific conditions of the construction of buildings, the materials from which they are built and the location of the premises. The study is limited by the influence of external factors, such as geographical and geological conditions of the area and seasonal fluctuations in radon levels. However, the proposed recommendations for improving ventilation systems and measures to minimize radon concentration can be used to improve the level of technogenic safety in the educational technogenic and reduce the impact on the health of participants in the educational process. Practical consequences. Monitoring radon concentrations in educational premises allows us to identify areas of increased risk for the health of participants in the educational process. Based on the results obtained, it is recommended to implement effective measures to reduce radon levels, namely, modernization of ventilation systems and sealing of floors and walls. The implementation of these recommendations in other educational institutions will increase the technogenic safety of educational technogenics and create conditions that minimize the impact of radon on the health of participants in the bulk process. Originality/meaning. The conducted research on radon concentrations in educational premises is limited to assessing the levels of radiation contamination without taking into account the specific conditions of each type of educational premises. However, a comprehensive approach to assessing radon safety in educational institutions is important, which includes not only measuring radon levels, but also determining the effectiveness of ventilation systems and building materials used. The originality of this study lies in its focus on specific types of premises of vocational and professional pre-higher education institutions, as well as in the use of monitoring results to develop practical recommendations for improving technogenic safety. These recommendations can be applied in similar conditions, which significantly increases their practical significance for ensuring the health of participants in the educational process in various educational institutions.